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Family Friendly - Dual Suite Cottage in Sylvan Lake
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Upper 2nd Bed
1 Queen Bed
Upper 3rd Bed
1 Single Bunk Bed
Upper Master
1 Queen Bed
Walk-Out 2nd Bed
1 Double Bed
Walk-Out Master
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Family Friendly - Dual Suite Cottage in Sylvan Lake
*We book by the week: Monday to Sunday. We keep our nightly rate lower so you can book the whole week and still enjoy an affordable stay, even if you don’t use every night.*
Bright cottage has rustic charm with modern upgrades. Upper House was built in 1950 & re-located on top of our walk-out suite. 2 separate, self-contained suites...perfect for sharing your holiday with friends & family. This is the perfect cottage for your summer getaway - it's clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Just pack your swimsuit & groceries and you're ready to enjoy your holiday, your family, and your friends, to the fullest!
INTERIOR
Separate kitchens up and down each have a stove, fridge, dishwasher, and microwaves, as well as toaster, coffee maker, blender, etc. All kitchen cookware, dishes, cutlery, utensils (including kid dishes/cutlery).
Both suites have their own laundry area, with full-size washer and dryer...Upper suite also has a laundry sink, iron & board.
The three bedrooms upstairs have 2 Queen beds & a Bunkbed (Double on bottom, Single on top)
The 2 bedrooms downstairs have a Queen bed & a Double bed.
All beds are provided with protective mattress covers, fresh sheets & pillows with double pillow cases.
- Throw blankets provided in each bedroom closet drawer or shelf for extra comfort but please bring your own blanket/comforter/sleeping-bag for beds as these are not provided
Both bathrooms are modern - upper suite with large tiled walk-in shower; lower suite with tub-shower. Clean bath towels, hand towels & face cloths are provided.
*Please bring your own beach towels.
Both suites have dining and living room areas, with ROKU TV’s (set to “Guest Mode” for streaming your own personal streaming services), Shaw basic HD cable & DVD players. A lengthy DVD library is available for your pleasure, located in the Upper suite. Wireless internet is also supplied throughout the cottage.
Both suites have toy bins plus a great selection of board games, puzzles, coloring books & crayons/pencil crayons
There is plenty of storage space, and the home is well ventilated, with large windows on both levels. We do not have a/c but have: 1 ceiling fan, 4 table fans (1 in each bedroom closet & 1 in living room) & 1 stand-up fan (in living room) in Upper suite. We also have 2 table fans in our Walk-out suite (1 in each bedroom closet).
All cleaning products are provided.
EXTERIOR
The cottage upper suite has 2 upper decks (front and back) with patio furniture and a gas barbecue.
The walkout suite opens onto it's own patio with furniture and fenced yard with fire-pit.
PARKING
2 spots on rear parking pad + 3 max parking on front street, *street is paid parking: we are able to add 3 license plates as “Residential Permit” (license plates must be sent to host before check-in)
NO PETS ALLOWED, ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS!
NO SMOKING/VAPING OF ANY KIND ALLOWED INSIDE PROPERTY (incl tobacco/cannabis/etc) we cannot guarantee against allergies. Please advise us of any health concerns, and respect local noise and parking by-laws.
*FULLY LICENSED with the Town of Sylvan Lake: STAR-04247.
A few things we ask of our guests:
Cottage-Courtesy: Guests should leave the cottage as clean as they found it.
- Please treat our home with respect
- No Smoking inside, including vaping (you may smoke/vape outside but you are responsible for disposing of your smoking materials in a safe & courteous manner!)
- No pets in or on property, No exceptions
- Please keep noise to a minimum after 11pm
- Please only eat in the kitchen and dining area, and not in the bedrooms.
- Do not use furniture in living rooms as beds or sleeping area. Futon in Upper Suite is not to be used as a bed.
- Do not use any furniture, cushions, pillows, etc that are indoors for outdoor use.
- No open flame candles
NOT PROVIDED:
- Comforters/blankets/sleeping bags.
- Beach towels.
- Firewood
CHECK IN:
- You will be provided a code for a key-pad door lock to gain entrance into each suite. This is sent thru VRBO messaging on check-in day: after 12:00pm, before 4:00pm check-in
CHECK OUT:
- Garbage is to be removed and placed in the black bin at the alley; Recycling placed in the blue lid bin (pick up is Tuesday morning)
- Bagged bottles/cans left behind must not be left with Garbage & Recycling in alley, rather leave in bins, in yard or on Upper rear deck.
- Please ensure all dirty dishes are placed in the dishwasher & turned on prior to check-out
- Leave refrigerator’s/freezer’s clean & empty *No food left behind
- Place fitted sheets & pillow cases in the provided hamper in laundry areas
- Place used towels in the provided hamper in laundry areas
- Close and lock all doors & windows (Upper front sliding door requires locking stick in place + handle lock)
- Turn off all lights (indoor/outdoor) & fans.
- Thermostats should be OFF
- Outdoor hose OFF
- Gas to BBQ (Upper Suite) OFF
- Please send a message thru the VRBO messaging upon check out, to let us know you’ve left the premises.
Other things to note:
For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, we have exterior security cameras located at the front & rear. These cameras record video and audio 24/7 and are used for security purposes only. There are no cameras inside the home or any private spaces.
Bright cottage has rustic charm with modern upgrades. Upper House was built in 1950 & re-located on top of our walk-out suite. 2 separate, self-contained suites...perfect for sharing your holiday with friends & family. This is the perfect cottage for your summer getaway - it's clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Just pack your swimsuit & groceries and you're ready to enjoy your holiday, your family, and your friends, to the fullest!
INTERIOR
Separate kitchens up and down each have a stove, fridge, dishwasher, and microwaves, as well as toaster, coffee maker, blender, etc. All kitchen cookware, dishes, cutlery, utensils (including kid dishes/cutlery).
Both suites have their own laundry area, with full-size washer and dryer...Upper suite also has a laundry sink, iron & board.
The three bedrooms upstairs have 2 Queen beds & a Bunkbed (Double on bottom, Single on top)
The 2 bedrooms downstairs have a Queen bed & a Double bed.
All beds are provided with protective mattress covers, fresh sheets & pillows with double pillow cases.
- Throw blankets provided in each bedroom closet drawer or shelf for extra comfort but please bring your own blanket/comforter/sleeping-bag for beds as these are not provided
Both bathrooms are modern - upper suite with large tiled walk-in shower; lower suite with tub-shower. Clean bath towels, hand towels & face cloths are provided.
*Please bring your own beach towels.
Both suites have dining and living room areas, with ROKU TV’s (set to “Guest Mode” for streaming your own personal streaming services), Shaw basic HD cable & DVD players. A lengthy DVD library is available for your pleasure, located in the Upper suite. Wireless internet is also supplied throughout the cottage.
Both suites have toy bins plus a great selection of board games, puzzles, coloring books & crayons/pencil crayons
There is plenty of storage space, and the home is well ventilated, with large windows on both levels. We do not have a/c but have: 1 ceiling fan, 4 table fans (1 in each bedroom closet & 1 in living room) & 1 stand-up fan (in living room) in Upper suite. We also have 2 table fans in our Walk-out suite (1 in each bedroom closet).
All cleaning products are provided.
EXTERIOR
The cottage upper suite has 2 upper decks (front and back) with patio furniture and a gas barbecue.
The walkout suite opens onto it's own patio with furniture and fenced yard with fire-pit.
PARKING
2 spots on rear parking pad + 3 max parking on front street, *street is paid parking: we are able to add 3 license plates as “Residential Permit” (license plates must be sent to host before check-in)
NO PETS ALLOWED, ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS!
NO SMOKING/VAPING OF ANY KIND ALLOWED INSIDE PROPERTY (incl tobacco/cannabis/etc) we cannot guarantee against allergies. Please advise us of any health concerns, and respect local noise and parking by-laws.
*FULLY LICENSED with the Town of Sylvan Lake: STAR-04247.
A few things we ask of our guests:
Cottage-Courtesy: Guests should leave the cottage as clean as they found it.
- Please treat our home with respect
- No Smoking inside, including vaping (you may smoke/vape outside but you are responsible for disposing of your smoking materials in a safe & courteous manner!)
- No pets in or on property, No exceptions
- Please keep noise to a minimum after 11pm
- Please only eat in the kitchen and dining area, and not in the bedrooms.
- Do not use furniture in living rooms as beds or sleeping area. Futon in Upper Suite is not to be used as a bed.
- Do not use any furniture, cushions, pillows, etc that are indoors for outdoor use.
- No open flame candles
NOT PROVIDED:
- Comforters/blankets/sleeping bags.
- Beach towels.
- Firewood
CHECK IN:
- You will be provided a code for a key-pad door lock to gain entrance into each suite. This is sent thru VRBO messaging on check-in day: after 12:00pm, before 4:00pm check-in
CHECK OUT:
- Garbage is to be removed and placed in the black bin at the alley; Recycling placed in the blue lid bin (pick up is Tuesday morning)
- Bagged bottles/cans left behind must not be left with Garbage & Recycling in alley, rather leave in bins, in yard or on Upper rear deck.
- Please ensure all dirty dishes are placed in the dishwasher & turned on prior to check-out
- Leave refrigerator’s/freezer’s clean & empty *No food left behind
- Place fitted sheets & pillow cases in the provided hamper in laundry areas
- Place used towels in the provided hamper in laundry areas
- Close and lock all doors & windows (Upper front sliding door requires locking stick in place + handle lock)
- Turn off all lights (indoor/outdoor) & fans.
- Thermostats should be OFF
- Outdoor hose OFF
- Gas to BBQ (Upper Suite) OFF
- Please send a message thru the VRBO messaging upon check out, to let us know you’ve left the premises.
Other things to note:
For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, we have exterior security cameras located at the front & rear. These cameras record video and audio 24/7 and are used for security purposes only. There are no cameras inside the home or any private spaces.
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
- Garbage/Recycling taken out, placed in correct bins (blue lid: recycling; black: garbage)
- Dirty dishes in dishwasher; turn on
- Place soiled sheets/pillow cases in provided hamper in laundry areas
Lock all doors/windows (Upper sliding door requires locking stick in place + handle lock)
- Turn off lights (indoor/outdoor) & fans.
- Thermostats OFF
- Outdoor hose OFF
- Gas to BBQ (Upper Suite) OFF
- Bagged bottles/cans left in marked bins, backyard or Upper rear deck, not in alley w garbage
- Please send a message thru the VRBO messaging upon check out, to let us know you’ve left the premises.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake is home to this cottage. Alberta Sports Hall of Fame & Museum and Fort Normandeau are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf and Summerland Leisure Park. Bower Ponds and Heritage Ranch are also worth visiting. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Sylvan Lake, AB
What's nearby
- Sylvan Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Sylvan Lake Marina Bay - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Lakeside Go Karts and Mini-Golf - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Sylvan Lake Provincial Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Landmark Cinemas Sylvan Lake - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Snake Lake Brewing Co - 6 min drive
- Timber Coffee Co. - 16 min walk
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- Sun of a Beach - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
6 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol C.
19 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dual suites
Carol C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary W.
13 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away ftom home by beach
Gary W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brad W.
7 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a great property, with a great location, plenty of space!
Brad W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Diane S.
7 Aug, 2021
Liked: Location
Was an excellent location and needed a place with five bedrooms.
Diane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
14 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the lake, and a great setup for families wanting to stay at Sylvan Lake.
Sean M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen N.
18 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
Colleen N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
About the host
Hosted by Rick Prosser
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